Postgraduate
Master of Fine Arts (Research)
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Admission Requirements
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the University’s English language requirements to be eligible for a place.
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Course details
This specialist degree provides a high-quality academic qualification in the theory and practice of the fine arts that carries credibility both nationally and internationally and empowers artists in their pursuit of national and international recognition.
About the course
The Master of Fine Arts consists of a combination of thesis and creative work.
This course assumes a high level of both theoretical and practical expertise in fine arts.
Quick details
- Available
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Off-campus
- On-campus
- By agreement with their supervisors, students may commence at any time throughout the year, except December.
- Full-time students are expected to spend at least 30 hours per week on their research, throughout the year. Part-time students are expected to spend at least 15 hours a week on their research, throughout the year.
- Postgraduate
- 25740
- 013801D
Excellent facilities
At the School of Design, you’ll have access to well-equipped facilities including:
- Studio spaces
- Design Hub, a working space with senior student mentors available for assistance
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Digital fabrication equipment such as plastic extrusion 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC milling machines
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Multiple computer labs with 24-hour access
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Printmaking studio with etching presses and spray booths
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Multimedia production facilities
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Cullity Gallery, where you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your work.
Life at the School of Design
Why undertake graduate research?
Graduates of research degrees at UWA experience a high rate of success in employment because the generic or transferable skills required for success in their research degree are the same skills that are in high demand by employers. Gaining a research degree indicates to a prospective employer that you have excellent project and personal management skills, shows you can think independently and critically, solve problems and communicate effectively. Transferable skills developed through a research degree are durable and valuable, just as much as the content knowledge gained.
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